An all-inclusive study guide for the PHR and SPHR exams. Reed provides practical and easy-to-follow guidance on everything you need to prepare and pass the exams, from deciding which exam is right for you, to helping you identify their pitfalls-- and how to avoid them.

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An all-inclusive study guide for the PHR and SPHR exams. Reed provides practical and easy-to-follow guidance on everything you need to prepare and pass the exams, from deciding which exam is right for you, to helping you identify their pitfalls-- and how to avoid them.

Completely revised and enhanced for the new 2007 exams, this book enables you to validate your experience and skills as an HR professional with the industry-standard PHR (Professional in Human Resources) or SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources) certifications from the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI). This comprehensive new edition of the top-selling PHR/SPHR Study Guide provides you expert preparation and review for these challenging exams as well as comprehensive coverage on labor relations, workforce planning, compensation, OSHA regulations.

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Don't Let the Real Test Be Your First Test! Based on the HR Certification Institute's Professional and Senior Professional in Human Resources bodies of knowledge, this practical guide contains 600+ realistic practice exam questions to prepare you for these challenging certification exams. To aid in your understanding of the material, in-depth explanations of both the correct and incorrect answers are provided for every question. A valuable pre-assessment exam tests your readiness and identifies areas requiring further study. Designed to help you pass the exams, this is the perfect companion to PHR/SPHR Professional in Human Resources Certification All-in-One Exam Guide. Covers all PHR and SPHR functional areas, including: Business management and strategy Workforce planning and employment Human resource development Compensation and benefits Employee and labor relations Risk management Electronic content includes: All 600+ practice exam questions from the book in the Total Tester exam engine--test yourself by exam topic or take complete exams PDF copy of the book for studying on the go

SPHR Exam Prep Second Edition Senior Professional in Human Resources Dr. Larry Phillips, SPHR COMPREHENSIVE Succeed with comprehensive learning and practice tests Prepare with two comprehensive practice tests Analyze your test readiness and identify areas for further study with practice questions on each exam topic Learn important test-taking strategies to maximize your score and diminish your anxiety Score Higher on the SPHR Exam! We provide you with the proven study tools and expert insight that will help you score higher on your exam. Focused exercises throughout the chapters reinforce your knowledge of test topics by allowing you to apply what you are learning. Practice questions include detailed explanations of the answers–so you can learn the material by understanding why an answer is correct. Comprehensive discussion of all subject areas covered by the SPHR: Strategic Management, Workforce Planning and Employment, Human Resource Development, Total Rewards, Employee and Labor Relations, and Risk Management. Two full-length practice tests enable you to time yourself under exam circumstances so you know exactly what to expect on test day and can identify any areas in which you are struggling before you take the real exam. Written by a Leading SPHR Expert! Dr. Larry Phillips (SPHR) has extensive experience as a Human Resource Management (HR) manager at both the tactical and strategic level. He has taught numerous PHR/SPHR certification classes under the auspices of the Society for Human Resource Management and is, himself, certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resource Management. He has managed small HR operations as well as large HR organizations. Dr. Phillips is on the faculty of Indiana University South Bend where he teaches graduate and undergraduate human resource classes. He has previously taught courses in training and development at the higher education level. Dr. Phillips publishes frequently in these areas. “For many people, this book will remove the mystery that has surrounded this exam for years and also ease a great deal of their anxieties.” –Haley C. Recio, Director of Human Resources and Administration, Teknovus, Inc.

Comprehensive PHR/SPHR exam preparation, featuring interactive learning environment PHR/SPHR Professionals in Human Resources Certification Deluxe Study Guide is the number-one preparation resource for these premier Human Resources certifications. Fully updated to align with the latest versions of these challenging exams, this guide provides detailed coverage of key topics, including strategic management, workforce planning and employment, compensation and benefits, employee and labor relations, and OSHA regulations. The interactive learning environment provides additional study tools that help reinforce your understanding, including electronic flashcards, ancillary PDFs, workbook templates, and chapter exercises. Bonus PHR and SPHR practice exams allow you to test your knowledge and get a feel for the tests, so you can review what's needed and avoid exam day surprises. The PHR and SPHR certifications, offered by the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI), have become the industry standard for determining competence in the HR field. This helpful guide gives you everything you need to fully prepare for these exams, so you can demonstrate your knowledge when it counts and pass with flying colors. Refresh your understanding of key functional areas Practice the practical with workbook templates Test your knowledge with flashcards and exercises Preview exam day with bonus practice exams If you're looking to showcase your skills and understanding of the HR function, PHR/SPHR Professionals in Human Resources Certification Deluxe Study Guide is your ideal resource for PHR/SPHR preparation.

PHR Exam Prep Second Edition Professional in Human Resources Cathy Lee Gibson, SPHR, MBA COMPREHENSIVE Succeed with comprehensive learning and practice tests Prepare with a comprehensive practice test Analyze your test readiness and identify areas for further study with practice questions on each exam topic Learn important test-taking strategies to maximize your score and diminish your anxiety Score Higher on the PHR Exam! We provide you with the proven study tools and expert insight that will help you score higher on your exam. Focused exercises throughout the chapters reinforce your knowledge of test topics by allowing you to apply what you are learning. Practice questions include detailed explanations of the answers so you can learn the material by understanding why an answer is correct. Comprehensive discussion of all subject areas covered by the PHR. A full-length practice test enables you to time yourself under exam circumstances so you know exactly what to expect on test day and can identify any areas in which you are struggling before you take the real exam. "This book is an excellent resource for preparing for the PHR exam. I would not count on using it exclusively, but when combined with other available resources, it has much to offer in exam preparation. Not only does the book provide a great deal of human resources information, it also provides tips for studying and preparing, as well as many practice questions to let you know where you need extra effort. I know this book helped me in passing my exam." -J. Thompson, Longview, WA The CD features an innovative test engine powered by MeasureUp, giving you an effective tool to assess your readiness for the exam. Key features include Detailed explanations of correct and incorrect answers Multiple test modes Random questions and order of answers Covers all PHR exam topics Written by a Leading PHR Expert! Cathy Lee Gibson (SPHR) is the Director of Human Resource Management Programs at Cornell University's School of Industrial and Labor Relations in New York City. Cathy has more than 20 years of progressively responsible generalist, specialist, and management experience in the field of human resources and has worked at small and large organizations, in educational settings and in both the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors. Cathy leads professional development programs for managers and human resources professionals on interviewing and performance management-and how to ensure that those functions have a more strategic impact on organizations.

Score Higher on the PHR® Exam! We provide you with the proven study tools and expert insight that will help you score higher on your exam Study Tips like the advice and instruction that a personal tutor might provide Notes, Tips, and Cautions provide you with hints and strategies that will help you reduce your mistakes on the exam Comprehensive discussion of all six functional areas covered on the PHR Exam Practice Questions that include detailed explanations of correct and incorrect answers–so you can learn the material from your success and mistakes COMPREHENSIVE! Succeed with comprehensive learning and practice tests Master the PHR exam materials in all six tested functional areas Prepare with a comprehensive practice test Analyze your test readiness and areas for further study with topic-focused chapter tests CD-ROM—based practice exam includes an interactive test engine for a meaningful exam experience with 175 questions Learn important test-taking strategies to maximize your score and diminish your anxiety Pearson IT Certification Practice Test The CD-ROM—based practice exam includes an interactive test engine for a realistic exam experience with 175 questions. Includes Exclusive Offer for 70% Off Premium Edition eBook and Practice Test CATHY LEE PANTANO WINTERFIELD, MBA, MSHE, SPHR, ACC, is President of NovaCore Performance Solutions, a firm dedicated to enhancing individual and team workplace performance. She has more than 25 years of experience in HR, training, consulting, management, and coaching for businesses, non-profits, and governmental entities. She previously served as Director of Human Resource Management Programs for Cornell University’s School of Industrial and Labor Relations. Winterfield has presented on many HR and management development topics, and co-authored more than a dozen online courses in these fields. Her books include Performance Appraisals and Mission-Driven Interviewing, as well as the Pearson IT Certification books SPHR Exam Prep, Third Edition, PHR/SPHR Quick Reference, and every edition of PHR Exam Prep. She is a member of SHRM, ASTD, and the International Coach Federation.